I was standing next to the playground after school with some other kindergarten parents yesterday. These are new acquaintances, so we were chatting, getting to know each other a bit. Suddenly, Hot Wheels ran up. “May I please get a drink of water?” he asked. “Sure – go ahead!” I said. There was a slightly …
Category Archives: School
There is no Casanova in the Kindergarten
Last week, the subject of birthdays had come up, and Tom asked Hot Wheels who he might like to invite to his birthday party this year. After listing a few friends’ names we were familiar with, he casually added, “my girl.” (He actually said “my gril” but I thought the barbecue image would just throw …
Back to School
The guys did go back to school last week. I contemplated making a run for it, but decided I’m not cut out for a life on the lam. So they went, and what do you know – it was really fun to see everyone again. Both kids have great teachers this year, and nice classes. …
Teacher Gifts
It’s that time of year – schools are wrapping up, and parents are wondering just what to wrap up for their children’s hard-working teachers. It’s always a dilemma. My cousin Maura and I usually end up emailing each other around now to brainstorm fresh ideas. (Now Maura, it should be noted, once gave their teachers …
My Favorite Day of the Year
Goodbye school, helloooooooo summer! Let the games begin.
Countdown
THREE MORE DAYS!
Countdown
2.5 weeks till summer vacation.